Sun 7/28 @ 1PM
One of the popular aspects of polka music events is the Polka Mass, a fixture at Cleveland’s annual Thanksgiving Polka weekends.
But if you can’t wait that long for this distinctive expression of spirituality, good news. This weekend Father Norm Gajdzinski and Father Bob Kraig will celebrate the mass at the SNPJ Slovenian Farm in Kirtland at 1pm, with the participation of Cleveland’s Jeff Pecon Orchestra. Married couples can celebrate the renewal of their vows and get a special blessing. (Sign up by July 25 at 216- 481-1379).
Afterward, there’s four hours of dancing from 3-7pm with Jeff Pecon, John Pecon and Ralph Delligatti, all members of the Cleveland-style Polka Hall of Fame. Food, including smoked Slovenian sausage, roast beef and fried bologna sandwiches, is available following the mass and you can also leave about wines from Urban Vintners.
In addition, SNPJ Charter Lodge 5 Naprej will be cutting cake to celebrate their 120th anniversary. Admission is only $8, free for 18 and under.
Kirtland, OH 44094